Plaintiff Litigation Associate – Asbestos Focus

Maune Raichle Hartley French & Mudd, LLC; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) program

Short and long term disability insurance

Paid parking

Job summary

A national plaintiffs’ litigation firm is seeking a Litigation Associate for its Portland office. The role involves managing asbestos litigation cases, including discovery, depositions, and trial work. Candidates should hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited institution and be admitted to the bar in Oregon. Strong research and writing skills are essential, as is the ability to build client rapport. We offer a competitive salary with benefits including medical and dental insurance, paid leave, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Background in plaintiff-side asbestos litigation is preferred.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of asbestos litigation.
• Manage written discovery and depositions.
• Draft and argue motions, assist in trials as second chair.

Skills

Legal research

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Deadline management

Education

J.D. from ABA accredited institution

Admission to bar of Oregon

Job description

A national plaintiffs’ litigation firm is seeking a Litigation Associate for its Portland office. The role involves managing asbestos litigation cases, including discovery, depositions, and trial work. Candidates should hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited institution and be admitted to the bar in Oregon. Strong research and writing skills are essential, as is the ability to build client rapport. We offer a competitive salary with benefits including medical and dental insurance, paid leave, and a 401(k) plan.